Cameron Archer's goal early in the second half delivered the 1-0 victory, delighting the large travelling PNE support.
It was a strong team performance, with Archer, Daniel Iversen, Andrew Hughes and Ben Whiteman in particular catching the eye.
Archer will get the headlines for his goal but Hughes was excellent at the back, while Iversen produced a superb first-half save.
Here are the PNE player ratings from the game.
Archer will get the headlines for his goal but Hughes was excellent at the back, while Iversen produced a superb first-half save.
5. Ben Whiteman 8
The midfielder played his role in front of the defence very well and got forward to supply a lovely weighted ball for Cameron Archer’s winner. Photo: Andrew Kearns/Camerasport
6. Brad Potts 7
The wing-back got through his fair share of work down the right before an injury forced him off in the second half. Photo: Andrew Kearns/Camerasport
7. Alan Browne 7
The skipper had the ball in the net but the was pulled up for a handball. Browne worked hard as he looked to get PNE playing. Photo: Andrew Kearns/Camerasport
8. Ali McCann 7
McCann was busy in midfield and involved in some good attacking moments in the first half. He finished the game at right wing-back. Photo: Camerasport